George
A DeMartyn, class of 1963, was inducted for his outstanding service to the community.

George
DeMartyn served as an East Pennsboro Township Commissioner for thirty-two
years; 28 as president of the commissioners. He began as a commissioner when
the township office was on W. Columbia Road prior to purchasing and moving to
the former Enola High School at 98 S. Enola Drive in 1982. East Pennsboro
Township grew tremendously during his tenure as commissioner, assisted by his
fellow commissioners; the now retired Mr. Gill and previous township managers.
The Township’s growth under Mr. DeMartyn includes: the expansion west of Enola
with numerous housing developments springing up; the opening of Summerdale
Plaza, the purchase of Adam’s Ricci Park, replacement of the railroad bridge at
Overview with a new viewing area above the passing trains for railroad
enthusiasts; development of East Pennsboro commons which attracted many new
businesses in the area, oversaw the merger of West Fairview Borough into East
Pennsboro Township to successful completion effective in 1998; and received
many grants for revitalization of West Fairview amounting to over one million
dollars since 1998. Mr. DeMartyn was also very active in creating Pumpkin Fest
in Adams-Ricci Park and the Imagination Station for our children.

Over
the years, he has heard what the citizens had to say, and accomplished many
things. His position of commissioner president touched many areas and people of
the township. His overall demeanor and being an advocate for anything to
improve the quality of life in East Pennsboro residents assuredly serves as a
role model for our young people to emulate in the future. With pleasure, we
would like to congratulate Mr. DeMartyn and induct him into the Wall of Honor.